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Summerdrive - Shimmer

Elke Nominikat

Jul 15, 2023 — 1 min read

The three multi-instrumentalists Jake Stam, Matt Montgomery, and Tim Coakley joined forces and formed the indie-rock band Summerdrive. Based in New York, the three-piece just released the ultra-beautiful “Shimmer.” The track does exactly what its positive title promises: it shimmers and makes everything around you shine a little brighter and your own mood a little happier. Asked about “Shimmer,” the trio says:

“The overarching idea of the song is chasing a feeling that has faded, whether you like it or not. Visiting the places that you’ve been with someone, whether it be a friend or partner, and those places not holding the same meaning as they once did. Ultimately realizing that sometimes it’s out of our control how these things end up.”

Listen to “Shimmer,” our Song Pick of the Day:

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Photo Credit: Michael L. Costa

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